If you are a writer then it is highly likely that you are also a reader. Writers know that one of the best ways of learning their craft is to read the work of others - writers like John Grisham, Johnathon Kellerman, Michael Connolly and Sue Grafton have an almost universal appeal in that the characterization and dialogue are usually well rounded and sharp respectively.
A writer is usually a reader who does more than read for enjoyment. A writer takes notes on the structure and style that published authors use in an attempt to improve on whatever they themselves are writing. If you are a freelance writer then you still need to read the work of others, there are plenty on the internet; or you could read your local paper or your favorite magazine through your writer's eyes. Writers are readers if they know what is good for them
Monday 15 October 2007
Writers are Readers
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2 comments:
You've listed some of my favourites there, Sue. You're right, reading is an essential part of a writer's training - good excuse the sit down with a book, isn't it?
Thanks for stopping by Sharon - and yes I do think that as a writer you should be reading what others have written. Any excuse is better than none so they say.
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